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Groves, Texas, in Jefferson county, is 3 miles N of Port Arthur, Texas (center to center) and 87 miles E of Houston, Texas. Part of the surrounding Beaumont - Port Arthur metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Groves is home to some 15,733 residents.
In Groves, about 62% of adults are married.
You'll see many senior citizens in Groves.
In 2000, Groves had a median family income of $50,892.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($4,020) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Groves. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 79% of the housing in Groves was owner-occupied.
In Groves, 98% of commuters drive to work. People in the city expect to drive a lot. The city does not have a lot of public transportation.
Comparing Groves to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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| Racial Diversity |  |  |
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| Well-Paid Single Women | | |
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| Short Commute Times | | |
| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
| Working at Home | | |
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| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | | |
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| Affordability of Rents | | |
| People Living Alone | | |
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
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